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Good to be back again!

eric@resohangout.com — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:29:35 CST

Hi gang, just saying hello after re-registering with a new user name, since I couldn't get the old one to work. I'm just getting back into dobro, since a layoff of about 16 years since I had one last. Have mostly been playing acoustic guitar, with a few other critters thrown in along the way.

It's just that dobro just seems to be under my skin and one of my favorites, ever since Norman Blake and Tut put out that album, and I found it in a thrift shop in about 1980 in NYC where we were living after I got married. Well, Brooklyn, to be more precise! I'm grateful to that person who gave it up so I could discover that amazing sound of the dobro! I already new Norman, but thought Tut sounded fine using his flatpick too!

I've had 3 dobros to date, sold the other two when I needed to, and just now ended up with a more entry level Gretsch g9210 Boxcar squareneck, and it surprisingly sounds fantastic! Really! This one was done right, because it just doesn't seem possible that it could sound this good, but it does. I may be old, but my hearing is still too sensitive, which means I can hear the subtleties of the overtones that abound in this one, and the volume is surprising too. I play it quietly in my apartment, and I'm very happy, since even playing like that, it still has a lot of character to the tone. I'm not very good, and have much to catch up on in my learning, but since I've played acoustic guitar on and off all my life, it's helped me be able to sound good on the dobro again, to my ears anyway, once in a while! ; )

So, hello again, and happy to be here still (all around), with a new squareneck to play on! And thanks for having me!

ResoGat 2026

eric@resohangout.com — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:23:19 CST

I have never been to the Resogat and I was wondering what particular vendors might be there. Any setup persons or builders or just random dobros for sale.

What tyoe of dobro is this

eric@resohangout.com — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:11:10 CST

Hey everyone i have this dobro type guitar i cant find anything about the maker can you guys help

Pretty cool site!

eric@resohangout.com — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:37:05 CST

squareneckjournal.com/

Country Bands/Albums

eric@resohangout.com — Tue, 26 May 2026 16:14:08 CST

Are there any country bands that have a resophonic guitar player in the band?

Identify a Song

eric@resohangout.com — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:17:16 CST

Can anyone identify the song Josh Graves plays beginning at 8:43 on the vudeo "Josh Graves Dobro Workshop - Waldo Florida 1990?"

Here is the url:

m.youtube.com/watch?v=_xB5b870...DE5OTA%3D

I've tried to find it on the web, but to no avail.

Thanks for any help!

TTC Dobro

eric@resohangout.com — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 18:13:58 CST

Can anyone give me any information on a tut taylor carolina dobro.#134903. yr made value..ect..??

Terminology: Dobro v. Resonator guitar v. Slide guitar?

eric@resohangout.com — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 15:13:08 CST

Whats the best way to let people know that I play a resonator? I play bottleneck slide on a round neck.

To my understanding, "dobro" more refers to lap styled square necks? How would most people refer to round neck slide then? "Resonator guitar" feels like a mouthful...

Peggy Peterson

eric@resohangout.com — Sat, 7 Mar 2026 16:15:22 CST

Came across This on Take,s bluegrass channel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKgmyy7zEAo

Does anyone know This Dobro players History ?

Would you like to see the title of “dobro” reserved for that brand?

eric@resohangout.com — Sun, 1 Mar 2026 12:20:01 CST

I know, first world problem, but when searching sites for resonator related content, you almost have to search on dobro, resonator, and resophonic to find everything.

Dobro Brand P/U?

eric@resohangout.com — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:27:03 CST

Good morning, first post :) I just purchased another resonator to go with my Beard Copper Mountain. Listed as a Dobro Model 27 with a Nashville pickup in it. I have installed a few Nashville pickup's and this is not the current version. Can anyone identify this pickup and provide and feedback as to the quality. It has a dobro sticker on the underside of the p/u but I thought that may have been added? It looks to be a good installation, I'm just curious what it could be. Thanks all and have a blessed day.

Aura 16 ...how do you pry off back plate for download connection????

eric@resohangout.com — Mon, 9 Feb 2026 10:29:06 CST

I just got a great deal on a used Fishman Aura 16. In order to download new models off of the fishman site, you need to "pry" off a metal back plate. How did you get this thing off? I've gone after it with a butter knife, screwdriver, etc. and can't get it off. Whats the trip??? Thanks,! Doug

Learn to Jam Class Feb 28th Ithaca, NY

eric@resohangout.com — Fri, 6 Feb 2026 08:38:30 CST

Rick Manning and I will be teaching a Learn to Jam class from 10 to 4 PM on February 28th. We are Wernick certified instructors and the class is geared to beginning and intermediate jammers who want to learn more about jamming in a safe and fun atmosphere. Here is a link that describes the class and how to sign up: wernickmethod.org/event/pf-rm-...02-ithaca. Hope to see some of you pickers!!

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What Model Resonator Do I Have?

eric@resohangout.com — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:06:42 CST

Hi all

I received a Regal resonator today and I'm having trouble identifying what model it is, no serial number on the headstock and can't see anything inside (just looked through the soundholes, haven't taken it apart)

Cheers

Sad news, RIP Pammy Davis

eric@resohangout.com — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:23:18 CST

Big T has announced that Pammy Lassiter has died. Here is a nice obit by Sandy Hatley on Bluegrass Today. We will all miss you Pammy.
bluegrasstoday.com/pammy-lassiter-passes/

Is This An Oldie But Goodie - Help Identifying

eric@resohangout.com — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:20:08 CST

Hi Everyone,

Just became a member. I have been doing some research and looking to find the date and model of a Dobro resonator that was used back in the day by my mother, who used to play in a tamburitza orchestra in the early 1950’s. There is a serial number #160 that is on the top of the headstock, with no date. It has a 1896484-patent number in the chrome by the bridge. The only other information that I know of is that it is missing one string and that one sound hole is a little dented in. Other than that, it has a few scratches but is in great condition. I have included some detailed pictures (limited to three) to possibly aid in determination.

Any help or guidance would greatly be appreciated. The eventual goal is determining a price so that it could be sold, as I am leaving the country to travel abroad. Thanks for the wonderful work you guys do here, it is very much appreciated.

Being in IT and computers, I drummed up some of the AI bots and it is telling me. ==========

Based on the provided serial number and visual characteristics, your instrument is a vintage Dobro guitar, likely a Model 27, manufactured by Regal in Chicago in the mid-1930s.

Identification Details

Model: This appears to be a Model 27, a popular wood-bodied resonator guitar from that era.

Manufacturer/Year: The serial number of 160, being a low two or three-digit number, places it in the production run after Dobro production was assigned to Regal in Chicago around 1937. Regal restarted serial numbers around one and continued into the four digits. The year identification wasn't started until late 1973 by OMI, meaning earlier models relied on physical characteristics for dating.

Key Features:

The overall sunburst finish and specific body shape are consistent with the Regal-built Dobros of the mid-to-late 1930s.

The solid headstock (as opposed to a slotted one seen on some earlier California models) is also a typical feature of the Chicago-made, less expensive lines produced by Regal.

The cover plate screws appear to be at the half-hour points, a change made by Dobro around 1933 to allow access without removing the tailpiece, which would be consistent with a mid-30s production.

This instrument is a piece of musical history and a great find, particularly given its low serial number.

Which string gauge to use for 8 string Weissenborn ?

eric@resohangout.com — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:50:33 CST

I'm trying to replace strings, not finding much info. Everything says 013 - 056 but I'm not sure which 2 strings to replace the 2 bottom heavier strings.

My tuning is EFFACFAC, Thankyou much in advance

Del McCoury Pickin’ Party Jan. 2-5

eric@resohangout.com — Mon, 8 Dec 2025 12:08:25 CST

Just curious if anyone from the hangout is going to the Del McCoury Pickin’ Party outside of Phoenix in the New Year. My husband (singer/guitar player) and I are going. Justin Moses, Rob Ickes and Jerry Douglas will be there for dobro, plus a pretty stellar lineup of other bluegrass and country pickers. We just thought we’d like some warmer weather for a few weeks.

Model 65/66 square neck Dobro

eric@resohangout.com — Mon, 1 Dec 2025 03:12:32 CST

I have here a French scroll Dobro definitely California made. My guess is it's a 1932 model 66, but possibly a 65. My question is did the 65's have the scroll up on the front headstock as this one does?

Andy Hall is teaching again on ArtistWorks!

eric@resohangout.com — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:12:44 CST

Former subscriber here. Highly recommended.

Black Friday sale currently in effect.

https://artistworks.com/andy-hall

RIP dobrojan

eric@resohangout.com — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:47:59 CST

I received an email this morning advising that Janet Newsom, aka dobrojan passed away on October 11th, and the celebration of life is tomorrow. Sad, indeed, and I’ll certainly miss her presence here on the hangout. She always was encouraging to people brave enough to post videos of their playing. I got to know her at ResoGat a number of years back, and I really liked her. Anyway, just thought I’d mention it here so that you all can know why she’s not commenting any more.

Smith & Young

eric@resohangout.com — Mon, 3 Nov 2025 15:56:59 CST

Are there any Smith & Young owners out there? I have a metal-bodied square neck model that NRP told me is one of only 15 made. I would be interested in hearing about other instruments from this short-lived brand.

Reso Serial Number Puzzle?

eric@resohangout.com — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:02:40 CST

Hi all. I've been messing with these instruments for close to 50 years and I've come across one I can't pin down. I have all the charts/guides to find serial numbers, but this one doesn't fit ANY of them. I'm pretty certain it's mid-late 1990's. It's a Model F60, squareneck, flat peghead, sunburst. The serial number is D3041770...no spaces in the number. I'd appreciate any ideas. Thanks in advance.

Help with OMI Dobro age

eric@resohangout.com — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:14:39 CST

The serial number is D 456 4. My guess is 1974. Your advice is appreciated.

Gruhn Guitar trip

eric@resohangout.com — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 14:46:21 CST

Last week I took a trip down to Nashville to see the Dolly Parton musical which was fantastic. One of my "must do" stops of course is the legendary Gruhn guitars. I did not have the foresight to pack my finger and thumb picks or a bar. I did however have a flatpick and a pocketknife. If memory serves me correctly, Tut Taylor was one of the three founders of the store so it was only appropriate that I muddle about with his flatpicking style. Takes some getting used to but I could at least enjoy the tone of those awesome instruments. I really liked the Josh Swift model. Very sharp looking and killer tone. All total, I played a quarter million dollars worth of instruments in an hour and a half or so and two really struck my GAS bone. A pristine National tricone for $4,500 that just sounded so cool and a early 1900s Gibson mandolin for $7,000 that sounded great to my ears. I did pick up a Collings mandolin that had an ear broken off the headstock and repaired poorly but is wasn't structural and the price was good for a Collings. Turns out it was in the SOLD pile. I don't have any new instruments but did have a splendid afternoon.

Anyone seen a "Richmond" brand reso before?

eric@resohangout.com — Sat, 16 Aug 2025 07:59:08 CST

I was in a store and saw a dobro-style knockoff with the "Richmond" brand on the headstock. Looked to be decently made. Anyone familiar with that brand?
Pretty sure it's not one of those Dobro Richmond models; there was no Dobro branding anywhere on it, just "Richmond".

MF “Stupid Deal of the Day” - $79 Rogue Lap Steel

eric@resohangout.com — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:17:56 CST

For anyone looking for a cheap lap steel at half price.

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/stupid?icid=210190

Today (Aug 14) only.

Getting ready for a gig

eric@resohangout.com — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 09:59:55 CST

I have a gig coming up next Friday so I wanted to get my Beard Jerry Douglas spruced up with a new set of strings. After getting the new strings on I continued on with cleaning up the wood and metal parts. Looking into the wood grain and enjoying the sound of new strings reminded me once again why I love this instrument so much. I’m only playing two songs on the dobro but I wanted it to play, look and sound it’s best.

Enjoy your dobro no matter what it is.

Phil

Ron Landis RIP

eric@resohangout.com — Fri, 8 Aug 2025 18:17:20 CST

I just found out that Ron Landis passed away on June 17. I knew him only for his hand-crafted silver finger picks; that was only a fraction of his art and craft and music work. From the Ron Landis Legacy Archive, June 17:

This is Timothy. You may or may not know me, however it is my tearful duty to let everyone know that Ron Landis has left us and joined the Heavenly Chorus, likely in the musicians pit playing dobro or banjo!

I will continue to post updates regarding any of his public affairs in the short term. If there are any specific needs or requests, I will be monitoring his Facebook Messenger as well as our email rlandis.studios@gmail.com

Ron’s legacy will continue to thrive. As his instruments are played by the many folks he jammed with and loved as well as Landis Studios continuing to craft his inspired designs.

Fishman Aura pedal no sound

eric@resohangout.com — Fri, 1 Aug 2025 16:09:16 CST

I'm getting no output, is the mute maybe malfunctioning? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Where to watch documentary with Jerry Douglas called Leftover Feelings????

eric@resohangout.com — Fri, 1 Aug 2025 09:41:37 CST

I just saw a preview for a documentary with Jerry Douglas and John Hiatt that looks great! I can't find anywhere to watch or steam it? Anyone know where I can watch this? Anyone have a DVD of this your willing to loan or sell?

Anyone seen this? Is it good?

Here's the preview of it....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmBg_DmX6uM

--Doug

Bobby Wolfe Booklets

eric@resohangout.com — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 08:45:16 CST

I was lucky to win the Bobby Wolfe Booklets at ResoGat this year and the lady who has control of them is open to printing more. If you are interested, let me know and I will contact her.

Charlie’s capo question?

eric@resohangout.com — Tue, 8 Jul 2025 07:19:37 CST

Hello I got a Charlie’s capo dobro 6 string capo (amazing capo by the way)

I have lost the metal rod that goes under the strings with the rubber tubing around it. Iv messaged Charlie’s capo’s about this a few times but have failed to receive a reply.

I know there metal rod is from an Allen Key (not sure if it has a different name in the states)

Could someone who owns this capo measure the lengh of the Allen key rod and maybe tell me what size Allen Key was used please? I would rather not have to purchase an entirely new Charlie’s capo when this but can be replaced for virtually no money at all

Cheers Steve

ResoGat 2025 Prize

eric@resohangout.com — Tue, 1 Jul 2025 11:52:02 CST

Greetings from Penn's Woods.

I am donating enough 45 year old Cherry lumber to ResoGat this year to build an instrument. Will be used as part of our fundraising/ scholarship efforts. Included are pieces for top, back, sides and neck, Also will include some extra pieces for bracing, trim etc. Top/back pieces are 3/4" x 10" x 32", sides are 3/4 x 5" x 40" and the neck piece is 1 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 22" and still rough. It will need to be re-sawed as I won't be able to get this done before I leave next week. Hope to see you for some pickin' and grinnin'.

Picture is from 2016

Has anyone here replaced the JD Aura with a Baggs Voiceprint?

eric@resohangout.com — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 05:21:46 CST

I like the JD Aura pedal, but I have to run it through a separate DI to go to the mixing board, and to have mute and boost capabilities. I've been using the Baggs Venue for that purpose. It works well, although I get lost in the various knobs.

I picked up the Baggs Voiceprint and was able to make a voice print for my Beard with the Nashville pickup in about five minutes. This pedal has a mute, and by duplicating my basic setting with one that has a higher volume, I can achieve a "boost" by toggling between those two. Of course, I won't know how well it sounds until I use it on stage. But having said that, I never really know how well the Aura sounds out front when I'm playing on the stage. I just have to rely on people I know in the audience for feedback.

So, as my post's title asks: has anyone switched from the JD Aura to the Baggs voiceprint (or another IR creating pedal)? Any possible downsides I'm not considering?

Thanks!

Jerry Douglas AND Rob Ickes scheduled for my local festival!

eric@resohangout.com — Wed, 9 Apr 2025 04:12:06 CST

The Earl Scruggs Music Festival is very close to me - Mill Spring, North Carolina- and I have been going for several years. It was watching Jerry Douglas there each year that got me interested in playing the dobro and I’ve been playing a square neck for a couple of months now. They announced the lineup for this year (it’s Labor Day weekend) and Jerry Douglas AND Rob Ickes will both be playing this year! How cool is that?!

My wife, who is not a fan of bluegrass, does not understand my excitement.

-Ted

I'm Recruiting Lessons and Links Admins

eric@resohangout.com — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:40:53 CST

Hey Folks, I'm looking for a few good men (or women) who will volunteer to help grow the lessons and links archives on the Reso Hangout. Lessons: http://www.resohangout.com/lessons/ Links: http://www.resohangout.com/links/ I'm not asking for a specific time commitment, and it doesn't take any special technical skills. I've even got a couple little "help" pages set up to give you some guidance on using the admin tools. Style Guidelines: http://www.resohangout.com/links/admin-guidelines.asp Using the Tools: http://www.resohangout.com/links/admin-howto.asp I especially need help in the lessons area--I know there are hundreds of dobro lessons out there, but they aren't in the archive yet and I need folks to go find them! If you're up for it, please volunteer here: http://www.resohangout.com/pages/volunteer.asp Thanks! _eric schlange Reso Hangout Webmaster -------------------------------- Why should a dobro player never leave home without his slide? Just in case he''s in an accident, he wouldn''t want to be mistaken for a banjo player. --------------------------------